#392 Live! Opioid and Xylazine Withdrawal in the Hospital

Dominate opioid and xylazine (aka tranq) withdrawal in the hospital with expert insights from Dr. Joseph D’Orazio (@dorazepam) recorded LIVE! at Pennsylvania Hospital Grand Rounds in Philadephia, PA. Xylazine, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist,  has emerged as a frequent contaminant in the opioid supply with a distinct withdrawal syndrome. You’ll learn to manage this common withdrawal syndrome while also addressing acute pain complaints and opioid withdrawal.  

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Show Segments

• Intro
• Xylazine basics
• Management of xylazine withdrawal
• Opioid withdrawal and acute pain
• Outpatient considerations for xylazine
• Audience questions
• Outro

Credits

• Writer and Producer: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Infographic and Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP
• Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
• Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
• Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
• Technical Production: PodPaste
• Guest: Joseph D’Orazio MD

Full transcript available HERE